Washington Elopement Packages
A day that matches your personality and indulges your wanderlust whims.
Adventures are built for everyone!
So we'll tailor your day to make sure it's unique to you!
There are so many options it can be hard to know where to start!
(Don't worry, I've got you!)
You deserve more than a quick ceremony + portraits.
Believe me when I say this: Your partnership is worth celebrating! By working with me, you’ll receive tools to create an adventure that matches your abilities and pursuit of wonder in the world. You’ll be able to feel present and at ease in a directed documentary photo experience that embraces an unscripted vibe and balances posing guidance so you get to experience your full day without it feeling too much like a photoshoot! We’ll collaborate to make artful photographs that feel like you but also showcase the gorgeous landscape you’re in.
You’ll walk away with an experience and photos to last a lifetime and truly be able to say:
Damn, we did that!
Meet me here!
Get Ready to Explore
Hi I'm Alexandria!
(she/her)
With over 7+ years as a Washington local, I have a wide range of expertise that ranges from nuanced details to well known ideas and concepts about landscapes, trails, timelines, permits, light, weather, and so much more. I’m a Leave No Trace aware photographer which means I've taken a course on Leave No Trace Principles in regards to photography and elopements. My couples and I collectively believe in being good stewards to these beautiful places so we can keep visiting them for years to come.
I also absolutely love elopements because they are so unique to each couple! I believe every couple deserves to have a day that reflects their partnership and a chance to be themselves in front of my camera. I'm here to hype you up and bring extra positive energy to your day!
Washington
Local
Woman owned
All couples welcome
Leave No Trace Aware
I'm
Ordained
Thousands of photos taken (and couting)
"I might just need to hire her to walk around with me the next time in Washington because she is that good"
The Sage Trails Road Map
An intentional You experience from start to finish
1.
I believe both people should be involved in the planning process since it's both of your wedding! And I'll encourage date nights throughout the process for that quality time together! You’ll begin with a brainstorming date night with my Sage Trails Exclusive Planning guide to brainstorm your day! (and of course I'll be with you every step of the way too!)
2.
Once you have a general idea of how you want to spend your day, you’ll get tons of amazing location suggestions from hikes to easy walk up spots (whatever matches your needs and wants!). I'll encourage you two to sit down for another date night and choose your favorite spots from my customized list. From there, your day comes to life! You'll get vendor recommendations, permit assistance, a custom timeline built exactly to your day, license advice, checklists, aaand backup plans on backup plans because Mother Nature is her own diva and we love her for it.
3.
We made it! You get to actually experience everything you dreamed about and now we get to shout it to the skies and I wiil photograph it! I want you to be yourselves, live in the moment, and truly enjoy your day!
This sounds like exactly what I want!
She made every step of the process so easy. From getting to know us as a couple, to scouting locations (and sending us IN DEPTH options), to sending us a Wedding Day Bible to walk us through all the steps along the way (OMG it was AMAZING), to just being the best day-of, Alexandria was a dream.”
All Washington Elopement Packages Include
5+ hours of directed documentary photo experience that embraces an unscripted vibe and balances posing guidance so you get to experience your full day and showcase your personalities!
Edited photos curated in a storytelling format delivered in an online, downloadable gallery with personal printing rights - keep and love your moments forever!
80+ page Exclusive Sage Trails elopement planning Guide that will answer all your questions and more when it comes to elopements! Bonus: Leave No Trace Guide for getting married in the outdoors to help you be a good steward to our lands!
A local expert and consultant in your planning process: Withover 7 years as a local Washingtonian and 5 focusing soley on elopements, I am in tune with many local things like weather conditions, road closures, trails etc. And as an experienced elopement photographer, you'll get my help every step of the way so you don't miss a beat! Questions? I'll answer! Vendor Recs? I can help!
Customized location & activity suggestions tailored to your unique needs and wants and also balances areas I think are amazing for photos!
Permit Assistance: Every land manager has different rules for elopements so I'll help you figure out permits!
Customized Timeline: Your day literally brought to life. Every elopement is unique and I'll design a timeline that incorporates everything you want to do, leaving room for enjoyment and amazing light for photographs! AND we'll create backup plans!
Marriage License Assistance & Complimentary Ordination Services - I'll help you figure out where to go, perform a small ceremony, or I'll sign the papers for you as an officiant or a witness if you desire!
Photographer Travel Included in WA State if by 2wd or commercial airlines
+ a bonus...
ask me about my coffee & Snacks add-on!
Embrace your inner Lorelai and exclaim "coffee coffee coffee!" There's something so decadent about having a cup of coffee in places where coffee isn't available. With this add on, you'll get extra time to enjoy a cup of coffee with snacks on the trail while taking in the views! How special does that sound??
Washington Elopement Packages start at
$ 4800
You had me at Gilmore Girls- Reach out here!
Couples on average spend $ 4800 - $ 6600. Sales Tax may apply.
What others have said!
Her detailed Q&A and guide helped us narrow down the perfect location. She was easily accessible with any questions we had and allowed us to feel prepared (packing lists, how to apply for permits, etc). Her plan for the day got us all the best lighting and made for amazing photos. The photos truly speak for themselves!! Alexandria has the sweetest personality. She easily blended in with us which made the day feel so comfortable and relaxed. I would rave about working with her all day long!! We can’t thank her enough for making our elopement a dream come true.”
-Sarah & Ryan
"Alexandria is a DREAM to work with! She goes above and beyond in every single step of the process and makes sure that your day is perfect. She has the best smile and radiates the most positive energy. Thank you so so much Alexandria! We were pinching ourselves the whole day and cannot believe how beautiful our sneak peek photos are. She captured us perfectly and we could not have made a better photographer choice! From the first meeting she felt like a friend."
-Camille & Tom
“My partner and I are both extremely introverted and camera shy but she made us feel so at ease during our time together - and the pictures showed it. By the end of our time together, I felt amazing having my photo taken - which has never in my life happened. She is extremely professional: communicative, prompt, adapts easily and without complaint when needed; but you can tell she is just a ray of sunshine with a positive attitude, who is genuinely happy for you and to be apart of your special day.”
-Victoria & Jason
What others have said!
Her detailed Q&A and guide helped us narrow down the perfect location. She was easily accessible with any questions we had and allowed us to feel prepared (packing lists, how to apply for permits, etc). Her plan for the day got us all the best lighting and made for amazing photos. The photos truly speak for themselves!! Alexandria has the sweetest personality. She easily blended in with us which made the day feel so comfortable and relaxed. I would rave about working with her all day long!! We can’t thank her enough for making our elopement a dream come true.”
-Sarah & Ryan
"Alexandria is a DREAM to work with! She goes above and beyond in every single step of the process and makes sure that your day is perfect. She has the best smile and radiates the most positive energy.
Thank you so so much Alexandria! We were pinching ourselves the whole day and cannot believe how beautiful our sneak peek photos are. She captured us perfectly and we could not have made a better photographer choice! From the first meeting she felt like a friend."
- Camille & Tom
“My partner and I are both extremely introverted and camera shy but she made us feel so at ease during our time together - and the pictures showed it. By the end of our time together, I felt amazing having my photo taken - which has never in my life happened. She is extremely professional: communicative, prompt, adapts easily and without complaint when needed; but you can tell she is just a ray of sunshine with a positive attitude, who is genuinely happy for you and to be apart of your special day.”
-Victoria & Jason
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course! The beauty of your day is you get to invite exactly who you want. If that includes some of your family- great! If that includes some of your close friends, great! Invite who you love :) Here is one of my resources on how to include your family, whether attending or supporting from afar! Please keep in mind not all outdoor spots can handle larger group sizes however, so I strongly suggest to keep groups including yourselves under 15, unless you have a venue rented. This is going to be extremely important this year as well with all the cuts to federal land employees!
Yes friend!! Our natural areas have exploded in popularity over the years. Weekdays give you a better chance at privacy, not to mention ability to find parking, bring any guests along, and participate in any other activities you may want to do. Bonus: if you get married on a weekday AND at sunrise, that is potentially going to be a very private experience.
Yesss. Honestly I love weather, because you never know what you're going to get and it can create some epic things for photographs. Since we are in the PNW, you will always have a chance for rain, no matter if it's the middle of summer. Let's go with the flow as nature is unpredictable! That all being said if the weather is dangerous, we will definitely talk about an alternate plan!
1000% yes. Beyond the pretty images, its a time for you to "warm up" to me! Everyone gets a little nervous when a camera comes out. By allowing me to photograph your getting ready, you're getting used to me taking photos of you and directing you before the ceremony and all important portraits! You'll feel much more relaxed during the super important moments having a camera around!
With elopements, I encourage you to think differently. Because you're intentionally choosing amazing elements for your day to make it more special and feel all the feels, you're probably choosing intentional things for getting ready too. Maybe you rented a gorgeous vacation rental, or maybe you two cozy up in a reading nook together, or maybe you are getting ready at a trailhead and doing a first look around your vehicle. All this is SO unique and different from hotel big weddings. It's the way you are choosing to spend your morning! We could easily spend 2 hours documenting getting ready!
BOTH! I love venues too! Adventure looks different to everyone - if you're wanting more of a traditional experience on smaller scale, I'd love to photograph at your venue! You definitely do not have to hike. Or maybe if you like hiking, you could hike alone and then celebrate later at a venue with your group. I love it all. Washington has so many beautiful spots that feel like you're surrounded by nature too! Check out my resource here on Outdoor Venue Ideas for WA State!
I can’t wait to hear about your ideas! Reach out!
Your Name + Pronouns
Who are you marrying?! + Pronouns
Your Email
Your Phone #
What date(s) are you interested in? Are you flexible?
How many guests will celebrate with you?
Do you have a location or general type of scenery in mind?
What's the best adventure you've been on together?
What state do you currently live in?
How did you first hear about me?
How do you want to feel when you look back at your elopement photographs?
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Now just hit submit and we can get this elopement show on the road! Can’t freaking wait!
Please note: I only photograph groups under 20 in wilderness locations
